Cardiopulmonary nerves
Cardiopulmonary Nerves
The Cardiopulmonary Nerves (pronunciation: car-di-o-pul-mon-ar-y nerves) are a group of nerves that innervate the heart and lungs. They play a crucial role in the regulation of cardiac and pulmonary functions.
Etymology
The term "Cardiopulmonary" is derived from the Greek words "kardia" meaning heart, and "pneumon" meaning lung. The term "nerve" comes from the Latin "nervus", meaning sinew or string.
Function
The Cardiopulmonary Nerves are responsible for transmitting signals between the heart, lungs, and the central nervous system. They help regulate heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing rate. They also play a role in the body's response to stress and exercise.
Related Terms
- Cardiac Nerves: These nerves innervate the heart and regulate its function.
- Pulmonary Nerves: These nerves innervate the lungs and regulate their function.
- Vagus Nerve: This is the tenth cranial nerve, which provides parasympathetic innervation to the heart and lungs.
- Sympathetic Nervous System: This part of the nervous system often works in opposition to the parasympathetic nervous system, increasing heart rate and respiration.
- Parasympathetic Nervous System: This part of the nervous system often works in opposition to the sympathetic nervous system, decreasing heart rate and respiration.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cardiopulmonary nerves
- Wikipedia's article - Cardiopulmonary nerves
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